Should CNC Machinists Learn Manual Machining First? Tell Us Your Thoughts on Manual Machining for CNC Machinists Question Title * 1. Did you learn manual machining? (Required.) Yes No Question Title * 2. Should CNC Machinists learn Manual Machining first? (Required.) No Yes Question Title * 3. Why or why not learn manual machining? (Check all that apply) Learning manual machining makes it easier to learn CNC Learning manual machining makes you a better CNC machinist The best CNC machinists I know also learned manual machining I don't think manual machining helps CNC machinists at all They should learn manual so they can use the manual machinery in the shop when needed Learning manual machining is a fundamental part of the trade that every machinist should know Manual machining helps you develop a feel that's hard to get from a CNC machine Manual machining knowledge is beneficial but not a requirement for CNC Other (please specify) Done